Funny… in all the times I’ve seen that movie, that line has never stood out for me. It’s fantastic. I learned somewhere in my 20s that our successes and failures, large or small, are made of the choices we make or neglect to make… I don’t know why this line didn’t jump out at me. I always just remember, ” All right, there’s a thousand things that have to happen in order. We are on… number… eight. You’re talking about number six hundred and ninety-two.”

It’s such a small line, and I never paid attention to it, either. But then it just hit me, wow! I think things attract our attention, or don’t, depending on where we are at the time – what’s on our minds, what we’re dealing with, etc.

Apollo 13 is one of a handful of movies that I think are near-perfect – direction, casting, script, editing. I understand that there was artistic license taken, and that’s okay with me. The story is better for it, and ultimately, it’s a movie, not a documentary. For example, I know “Failure is not an option” was never said by Kranz, but that’s okay. It was a great line.

Your pick is great, too. So many times we’re looking ahead, maybe even borrowing trouble by doing so. I know I don’t focus on the present as much as I should. One step at a time, and give your attention to what is happening now. I love that movie.

I had to make myself go simple with that post, but it was the right way to do it. I think it’s a great quote and deserves all the attention. I know what you mean about being a wimp when faced with challenging choices. My tendency is to do nothing and keep on the current course. Like you, I’m trying to break that. I keep talking on this blog about being brave, and that’s basically what I mean. I think it is brave to do something you are not inclined toward, something that feels awkward, uncomfortable, exposed, etc. It feels difficult because it is.

Yes, it is great to have that other outlet. Thank you for your compliment, too. I already love doing that photo blog.